HR Manager - La Porte Rail and Terminal
(2023-06 - 2026-03)
- In charge of recruiting, onboarding, and hiring of all project-assigned union and nonunion employees consisting of turnaround, short-term, and full-time employees.
- In charge of union relations with multiple BAs, CBA negotiations, development of PLA, Keyman, and reciprocals for Union employees.
- Provide guidance on HR policies, practices, and employee relations matters.
- Conducted investigations and resolved employee relations issues in a fair, objective, and professional manner.
- Provided resolution recommendations to all involved.
- Lead operator of the grievances negotiating team, follow up on all grievance cases while providing management with process recommendations along with next steps and case close outs.
- Dealt and documented case process, up to including terminations and subsequent outcomes with Union leadership when necessary.
- Supported Lead Safety director with testing, employee qualification and testing upgrading.
- Conducted recruiting, onboarding, disciplinary and termination for both Union and Nonunion employees.
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Leading the recruitment lifecycle—from job postings and applicant screening to interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
- Performance Management: Designing frameworks for timely performance evaluations, managing appraisals, and coordinating career development or training programs.
- Compensation & Benefits: Administering payroll, evaluating salary structures, and overseeing employee benefits and perks.
- Acting as a mediator in conflict resolution, handling disciplinary procedures, and addressing employee grievances fairly and in line with company policy.
- Policy Formulation & Legal Compliance: Developing workplace policies (like DEI initiatives) and ensuring all HR practices comply with local, state, and federal labor laws.
- Provided guidance and consultation on Human Resources (HR) issues, including interpretation and application of policies, approval of candidate background results, disciplinary actions, retention efforts, employee relations matters, performance management, talent development, international employment practices and compliance requirements and other inquiries.
- Made recommendations on HR policies and procedures, process improvements, and employee relations best practices to foster a positive work environment, strengthen employee engagement and reduce turnover rates.
- Conducted new employee orientation and employee HR related training enduring a consistent and engaging onboarding experience.
- Coached, mentor, guide and direct employees and managers on all aspects of the employee life cycle driving accountability and development.
- Promoted a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees of all backgrounds feel included, and their contributions are valued, reinforcing Company culture and values.
HR and Business Relations Business Partner Union, USA North - Mammoet USA
(2021-11 - 2023-06)
- Responsible for all recruiting, onboarding, and hiring of all project-assigned North union employees consisting of turnaround, short-term, and full-time employees.
- In charge of union relations with multiple BAs, CBA negotiations, development of PLA, Keyman, and reciprocals for short service, turnaround, and full-time employees.
- Conducted investigations and resolved employee relations issues in a fair, objective, and professional manner.
- Provided resolution recommendations to all involved.
- Part of the grievances negotiating team and recruiting and onboarding of high-volume new employees for multiple projects throughout the US in most industries; not limited to refineries, renewable, nuclear plants, etc.
- DISA process testing and backgrounds as well as presenting orientations and site access clearance.
- Responsible for employee training and development, disciplinary action, terminations, UA, Verify, FMLA, Benefits, and reporting.
- Office and filed in refinery environments.
- Supervised three shift schedules.
- Provided guidance and consultation on Human Resources (HR) issues, including interpretation and application of policies, approval of candidate background results, disciplinary actions, retention efforts, employee relations matters, performance management, talent development, international employment practices and compliance requirements and other inquiries.
- Made recommendations on HR policies and procedures, process improvements, and employee relations best practices to foster a positive work environment, strengthen employee engagement and reduce turnover rates.
- Managed process employee related actions, ensuring internal auditing processes and system workflows are followed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Conducted new employee orientation and employee HR related training enduring a consistent and engaging onboarding experience.
- Coached, mentor, guide and direct employees and managers on all aspects of the employee life cycle driving accountability and development.
- Promoted a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees of all backgrounds feel included, and their contributions are valued, reinforcing Company culture and values.
HR and Recruiting Manager - Lonestar Energy Fabrication
(2018-10 - 2021-11)
- Responsible for HR and recruiting responsibilities.
- FMLA administration, handbook upgrading Timekeeping, Payroll, Benefits Administrator, PAFs, full cycle onboarding, API compliance trainer and test administrator, Craft testing management and record keeping, Employee Relations, UA, UI, E-Verify, Safety monitoring and policy alignment, performance culture redevelopment through training and employee empowerment.
- Responsible for developing new employee safety orientation and preventive maintenance policy.
- Operated culture design and implementation and office personnel along with another craft-skilled workforce in the oil and petroleum industry.
- Served as part of the plant leadership team, providing eyes and ears relative to leadership team dynamics and change management as well as driving and supporting all elements of execution of a strategic plan.
- Coached Supervisors to become more effective people managers.
- Development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and standard reports for ongoing company requirements.
- Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, Performance Management, Compensation and benefits, Policy Formulation and Legal compliance and Employee Relations.
- Additional responsibilities include working with upper management to align HR strategies with overall plant goals.
- Administered and communicated benefits, compensation, training, development, and employee performance programs.
- Ensured legal compliance with HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, update policies and/or procedures as required, and recognize, and communicate potential compliance issues.
- Partners with hiring managers and recruiting to determine staffing needs.
- Performs candidate interviews, co-manages the operator hiring events/processes, and manages pre-employment and onboarding.
- Office and refinery environment.
- Traditional schedule.
Center Manager - Interfaith of the Woodlands
(2017-04 - 2018-09)
- Center manager, managed Human Resources, Labor Relations, Employment, FMLA, HIPPA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and COBRA of state and non-state employees.
- Recruited staff for an array of industries including medical, construction, retail, etc.
- Supervisor of employment counselors, personal service representatives, staffing specialists, and business consultants while meeting Career Center performance goals.
- Main objective to place customers in jobs in the Construction, Medical, Manufacturing, and Oil Industries.
- Developed training content to address placement needs.
- Assisted customers with resume preparation and referrals to additional education and/or training as needed.
HR and Recruiting Manager - DCG Inc.
(2015-06 - 2017-04)
- High volume sourcing, recruiting, and hiring (20-25 weekly hires) from apprentice level to office support staff (met field needs within three days) in the construction industry.
- Responsible for FMLA, UA, UI, Medical Insurance, 401k, full cycle on-boarding at three branches (over 650 employees at peak time in three cities), training and mentoring program administrator, employee relations, culture turnaround, disciplinary administration, EEO compliance and reporting, workers comp, terminations, e-verify, employee set up and retention program and implementation.
- Ensured legal compliance with HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, updated policies and/or procedures as required, shared potential compliance issues.
- Partnered with hiring managers and recruiting to determine staffing needs.
- Administered and communicated benefits, compensation, training, development, and employee performance programs.
- Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, Performance Management, Compensation and benefits, Policy Formulation and Legal compliance and Employee Relations.
- Additional responsibilities include working with upper management to align HR strategies with overall plant goals.
HR Manager - HCL
(2011-08 - 2015-04)
High volume sourcing
